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The Rock Hotel

Hotel in Upper Town

Hotel
Opened
1932

Location Excellent location — 20 attractions within walking distance

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About

Built in 1932 by the Marquis of Bute and decorated in the colonial style.

Notable stay

The Rock Hotel, also known as Rock Hotel, is a historic hotel in the British Overseas Territory of Gibraltar. It has been described as "one of the Mediterranean's most famous hotels," and as "an institution in Gibraltar and the Mediterranean." Built in 1932 by John Crichton-Stuart, 4th Marquess of Bute, the hotel is set in a 3.6-hectare (8.9-acre) landscaped garden and contains 104 rooms. It is located in a large white Art Deco building along Europa Road, overlooking the Gibraltar Botanic Gardens. (via Wikipedia)

Amenities

Swimming poolRestaurant

Location

What's nearby

  • Gibraltar Castle and Key0.1 km
  • Apes' Den0.1 km
  • Alameda Wildlife and Conservation Park0.2 km
  • Alameda Wildlife Conservation Park0.2 km
  • Windsor Suspension Bridge0.3 km
  • Great North Road0.3 km

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Within a short walk

🍽️ 22 places to eat💊 4 pharmacies & clinics

Everyday amenities within about 1 km, from OpenStreetMap.

Getting there & essentials

Nearest airport
Royal Air Force Gibraltar (GIB) 2.2 km → all hotels near GIB
Nearest beach
Algarrobo Beach0.8 km
Sea temperature
Sea temperature about 20.1 °C in September (Open-Meteo Marine, measured 2026-09-01)
Driving
Drives on the right
Currency
GIP

Straight-line distances.

Street view

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Frequently asked questions

How do you get to The Rock Hotel?

From The Rock Hotel, Royal Air Force Gibraltar (GIB) is around 2.2 km away (straight-line distances).

How far is The Rock Hotel from the beach?

The nearest beach, Algarrobo Beach, is about 0.8 km from The Rock Hotel in a straight line.

Does The Rock Hotel have a pool?

Yes — The Rock Hotel offers swimming pool, restaurant.

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